Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s
Cragganmore
£120
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cragganmore | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 55.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £120 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£120 vs £150)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £120)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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